St Margaret's Primary Academy

URN: 141984 • Lowestoft NR32 4JF

Overview

Name
St Margaret's Primary Academy
URN
141984
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Catchpole (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01502530130
Website
Visit
Address
Church Road, Lowestoft NR32 4JF

Summary

St Margaret's Primary Academy, located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 389 pupils, serving a capacity of 420. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, where every child is encouraged to thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their statement, "Unlocking Potential; Transforming Lives," which reflects their commitment to helping students overcome barriers and achieve their goals.

The academy promotes core values of Safety, Readiness to Learn, Working Together, High Expectations, and Integrity. These principles guide the daily activities and interactions within the school community, ensuring a safe and collaborative learning atmosphere. St Margaret's also emphasizes the importance of personal development, offering opportunities for both students and staff to grow and succeed.

In addition to a robust academic curriculum, St Margaret's Primary Academy actively engages with families and the wider community, fostering connections that enhance the educational experience. The school encourages parental involvement and provides various support mechanisms to help families access educational resources and community events. For more information, visit their website at http://www.st-margarets.suffolk.sch.uk/.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
389
Boys
194
Girls
195
FSM %
49.90
Open date
2015-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 389 194 195 420 49.90
2024-09-11 422 210 212 420 54.30
2023-09-11 428 212 216 420 55.00
2022-09-11 428 212 216 420 55.00
2021-09-11 420 208 212 420 50.90
2020-09-11 432 220 212 420 41.60

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